Sentara Hospice (Halifax)
South Boston, VA · Medicare-certified hospice (CCN 491555)
CMS process measure: 94.81 (state average 96.57 — below state average)
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (434) 517-3339 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
On the CMS family caregiver survey, 69% of respondents said they would definitely recommend Sentara Hospice (Halifax), and 72% rated it 9 or 10 overall. Its CMS composite process score of 94.81 is below the Virginia state average of 96.57.
Sentara Hospice (Halifax) serves 33 ZIP codes from its South Boston, Virginia office, in Halifax County. Families can confirm whether their specific ZIP code is included by contacting the hospice directly.
Yes, Sentara Hospice (Halifax) is Medicare-certified, with CCN 491555, certified since April 20, 2000. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
About this hospice
Sentara Hospice (Halifax) is a Medicare-certified hospice located in South Boston, Virginia, serving families in Halifax County and surrounding areas. Its ownership type is listed as "Other" on CMS Care Compare, and the hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 20, 2000.
In the CMS CAHPS family caregiver survey, 69% of respondents said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% gave the hospice an overall rating of 9 or 10. CMS has not published a separate CAHPS star rating for this hospice in the data provided, which can occur when survey samples are small; this does not indicate poor quality.
On the CMS composite process measure, this hospice scored 94.81, which is below the Virginia state average of 96.57. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and notes that 49.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life, according to the most recent Care Compare data available.
Sentara Hospice (Halifax) serves 33 ZIP codes from its South Boston, Virginia office. The Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility; no cost details beyond that are provided here.
All figures in this profile come from CMS Care Compare data. Families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the hospice and on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare cover care from this hospice?
Yes. Sentara Hospice (Halifax) is Medicare-certified (CCN 491555), certified since April 20, 2000, and the Medicare hospice benefit covers hospice care for eligible patients when a doctor certifies eligibility.
What do family caregivers say about this hospice in the CMS survey?
According to CMS CAHPS survey data, 69% of family caregivers said they would definitely recommend this hospice, and 72% rated it 9 or 10 overall. CMS has not published a separate star rating in this data set.
How does this hospice score on CMS quality measures compared to the state average?
This hospice's CMS composite process score is 94.81, compared to a Virginia state average of 96.57, placing it below the state average. CMS also reports a care index score of 10 and that 49.0% of patients received visits in the last days of life.
What areas and ZIP codes does this hospice serve?
This hospice serves 33 ZIP codes from its South Boston, Virginia office in Halifax County; contact the hospice at (434) 517-3339 to confirm if a specific address is included.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 33 this hospice reports serving.
Is this hospice for-profit, non-profit, or government-run — and does it matter?
CMS lists this hospice's ownership type as "Other." Ownership type alone does not determine quality of care, so families may want to review the CAHPS survey and quality measures as well.
How long has this hospice been Medicare-certified?
This hospice has been Medicare-certified since April 20, 2000, according to CMS records.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness to manage symptoms, while hospice care focuses on comfort rather than cure for patients who are no longer pursuing curative treatment, typically with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up treatment?
Hospice means shifting the focus of care from curing an illness to comfort and quality of life; patients can still receive treatment for pain, symptoms, and other conditions unrelated to the terminal diagnosis, and can leave hospice at any time if they choose to pursue curative treatment again.
Where is hospice care provided — at home or in a facility?
The data provided does not specify where this hospice delivers care; contact Sentara Hospice (Halifax) at (434) 517-3339 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
How do I start hospice care with this provider?
The data provided does not describe the enrollment process; contact the hospice at (434) 517-3339 for guidance on how to begin care and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What questions should I ask when choosing a hospice?
Families often ask about family caregiver satisfaction, how a hospice's quality measures compare to state averages, and the geographic area served; you can also ask this hospice directly at (434) 517-3339 about services, staffing, and how they support patients and families.
How do I verify this hospice on Medicare Care Compare?
You can look up Sentara Hospice (Halifax) directly at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/hospice/491555?state=VA to review its current CMS-reported ratings and measures.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh). Survey results are reported by family caregivers through the official CAHPS Hospice Survey; CMS publishes them only above response-count thresholds. Always verify current details with the hospice and Medicare before arranging care.